Gilbert H. Wild & Son... Sareoxie. Mo. 
Iris 
LEGEND Each 30c, 3 for 75c 
36 inches. A super iris of huge size, perfect form and rich, deep 
coloring. S. lilac, flushed lavender; F. rich deep crimson-claret, 
like a piece of fine plush. One of the best. 
LIGHTHOUSE (Salbach, 1936) Each 30c, 3 for 75c 
M. L. 36 inches; A. M. bronze-rose. Closed standards of bronzy- 
rose semi-flaring falls of rose, edged bronze. Slightly fragrant, 
gigantic flowers on good stalks. 
LILAMANI (J. Sass, 1938) Each 30c, 3 for 75c 
38 inches. The originator’s brief description: “Velvety, blackish 
violet self,’ gives only a hint of the striking beauty of this 
superb variety. The coloring is deep and pure, the texture lus- 
trous and the flowers full and beautifully rounded. It gives a 
distinctively brilliant garden effect in spite of the depths of its 
coloring. The height and branching are good and the plants 
very strong and floriferous, with good growth and increase. 
LORD DONGAN (K. Smith, 1940) Each $1.50 
M. Stunning creation with broad standards of Chinese violet and 
wide rounded falls of velvety Corinthian purple with no haft 
venations. The thick pale yellow beard lights up the center of 
the flower, emphasizing the depth of color in this sturdy iris. 
H. M., A. I. S. 1940. Per R. 88 1942. 37 inches. 
LOS ANGELES (Mohr-Mitchell) Each 30c, 3 for 75c 
46 inches. Early. Gigantic white flowers with the standards 
faintly edged blue and with blue styles, adding a clear note 
of blue to the center. One of the most beautiful of the ‘‘Plicata”’ 
type. 
LOTHARIO (Schreiner, 1942) Each $2.00 
M. L. A very handsome iris that has the same general color pat- 
tern as Amigo, but with larger flowers and much taller stalks. 
The light lavender blue standards and rich velvet purple falls 
are not in quite as sharp contrast, but its beauty is outstanding. 
H. M., A. I. S. 1945. Per R. 87 1946. 38 inches. 
LOUVOIS (Cayeux, 1936) Each 50c, 3 for $1.00 
Brown, deep, rich and velvety, like the lustrous fur of an ani- 
mal. Breeders are still trying to attain an iris that will be an 
improvement on this distinct French creation. Done in two 
shades of chocolate. Big flowers, medium height. H. M., A. I. S. 
1939. 
LULLABY (D. Hall, 1943) Each $1.25 
Termed by some an apple blossom pink. It is a luscious color 
and a remarkable rampant flower and free bloomer. The flow- 
ers are large with standards and falls the same color, showing 
no haft markings. Both substance and form are good and the 
38-inch stems do not require staking. 
LYNN LANGFORD (Hall, 1946) Each $5.00 
M. 36 inches. A very smooth colored orchid from the lavender 
side enlivened by an attractive golden center and haft. The 
colors are smoothly blended without veins. It is an attractive 
flower, pleasing bright and large. Very sturdy stems and a most 
satisfactory grower. 
MAID OF ASTOLAT (Sass) Each 35c, 3 for 75c 
E. 45 inches. Plicata. Closed standards of white, lightly edged 
with blue veining; down-falling falls of white with much violet 
veining at haft but none at edges. Slightly fragrant, large flow- 
ers on extra good stalks. 
MAJENICA (P. Cook, 1941) M. Each $1.00 
An exciting salmon tinted pink blend, wide petaled flowers. 
A clear, bright, smoothly colored self with very stiff, lasting 
substance. A refreshing color, bringing the salmon tones into a 
larger, broader petaled flower of substance; branched stems. 
36 inches. 
MAJESTIC GOLD (Heller, 1948) Each $3.00 
Smooth large deep gold with beard of same color. The stand- 
ards are slightly lighter than the falls. 42 inches. 
MAIDEN BLUSH (Hall, 1943) Each $1.00 
When asked to describe the color of this Iris most people say 
apricot. The color is rich and pleasing. It is a self with no 
haft markings, has domed standards and semi-flaring falls and 
the substance is very heavy. The flowers are large and are car- 
ried on a well-branched 36-inch stem. It is hardy and produces 
an abundance of flowers. 
MANDALAY (Hall, 1943) (H. M., 1943) Each $1.00 
A smooth reddish rose self, a new and very attractive color 
that has been much admired. The standards are domed and 
the falls flaring. The flowers are carried on a well branched 32- 
inch strong stem. It is a free bloomer and hardy. 
MANYUSYA (Sass-Hill, 1944) Each $1.00 
A lovely daughter of the famous Noweta in orchid pink tones. 
One of the fine new pinks that is vigorous and hardy. 
MARCO POLO (Schreiner, 1936) Each 35c, 3 for 75c 
E. 37 inches. Named after a colorful personality of the Middle 
Ages. A large clear-toned bicolor with lustrous rose standards 
and brilliant, velvety crimson falls. The color is solid without 
detracting venation. A fine orange beard contributes a sprightly 
touch of contrast. 
MARISHA (Sass-Whiting, 1939) Each 40c, 3 for 75c 
V. L. 38 inches. Tops in the pink and yellow blends. The flow- 
ers are frilly, haft of gold. One of the last to bloom. 
MAROQUITA (Cayeux, 1931) Each 35c, 3 for 75c 
A well named iris in brilliant ivory yellow with ochraceous 
maroon veinings on the falls. Standards are ivory, deepening 
to sulphur at the base. Falls are the same color, but are en- 
tirely lined maroon. Always a sell out. A. M., A. I. S. 1936. 
MASTER CHARLES (Williamson, 1943) Each $2.00 
M. 38 inches. A smooth and refined glowing mulberry purple. 
A charming feature is the flare of the flowers which, with its 
pronounced sheen, gives life to the garden. A mellow note of 
brown blending near the heart of the flower accentuated by 
the bluish undercast makes it one of the most brilliant and 
distinctive iris, rich and finished. 
MATTERHORN (Sass) Each 50c, 3 for $1.00 
M. 38 inches. Pure white. Closed standards; rounded down- 
falling falls with no veining visible; inconspicuous light yellow 
beard. Slightly fragrant, gigantic flowers on good stalks. 
MATULA (H. Sass, 1939) Each 30c; 3 for 75c 
A beautiful blend of brilliant rose, rich orange, crimson and 
buff. The flower is very large with long falls that are waved 
and crimped. H. M., A. I. S. 1939. 
MELANIE (Hill, 1941) Each 50c, 3 for $1.00 
H. M., A. I. S. 1941. A lovely light pink of large size. The tall 
stems are ideally branched, carrying several blooms open at the 
same time. A really fine orchid pink, close to true pink. Mid- 
season. 40 inches. 
MELITZA (Nesmith, 1940) Each 50c, 3 for $1.00 
This salmony flesh self with pinkish tangerine beard. Award 
of Merit. A sensational iris. 
MELLOWGLOW (Whiting, 1942) Each $2.50 
A deep peach and apricot blend that is one of the finest things 
offered in late years. 
MELODY LANE (Hall, 1949) Each $18.00 
Here is a very attractive new color in Iris. A bright glistening 
golden apricot. The flowers are very large, of good form with 
some ruffling and with a large brilliant deep tangerine beard. 
Sturdy 36-inch stems. An early bloomer. 
MEXICAN MAGIC (Whiting, 1947) Each $4.00 
M. L. 30 inches. A rich medley of Spanish red, brilliant blue 
and molten copper. 
MEXICO Each $1.25 
A blended bi-color of buff golden standards and broad plush-like 
falls of glowing red-brown. Gigantic flower, well placed, strong 
stalks. 
MICHELANGELO (Weed, 1936) Each 30c, 3 for 75c 
M. L. 48 inches. One of the very best from Mr. Weed’s garden 
A dove gray iris, lovely in its iridescent and glimmering finish, 
soft and lustrous but not dull. It grows and blooms well here, 
finding many admirers. 
MING YELLOW (Gutzbeck, 1938) Each 50c, 3 for $1.00 
M. L. 36 inches. One of the largest yellows, yet a stately flow- 
er. Ming Yellow is well substanced and branched and blooms 
are carried with an easy grace. Large, smooth yellow, evenly 
toned. Thick substance. 
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